These irresistible Air Fryer Bagel Bites combine crispy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside perfection in just 6 quick minutes. Whether you need a speedy afternoon snack or a fun party appetizer, this recipe delivers restaurant-worthy results with minimal effort.
The air fryer works its magic to create that ideal golden exterior while keeping the centers perfectly tender – and with just 1 gram each of carbs, protein, and fat, you can enjoy these bites guilt-free.
Ingredients for Air Fryer Bagel Bites
- Frozen Bagel Bites: One box, keeping them frozen until ready to cook ensures the best results
Instructions for Perfect Crispy Bites
- Preparation: Select your desired number of bagel bites from the package while keeping the rest frozen
- Arrangement: Place selected bites in a single layer in your air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap for even cooking
- Air Frying: Set temperature to 360°F (182°C) and cook for 5-6 minutes for optimal crispiness
- Mid-Cook Check: Around the 4th or 5th minute, check your bagel bites for desired doneness – they should be golden and bubbly on top
- Serving: Once done, carefully remove from air fryer – they’ll be piping hot! Let them cool for a minute before enjoying
Air Fryer Tips
Hey there! Your air fryer is about to become your new best friend for making perfect Bagel Bites. A quick tip: don’t overcrowd the basket – keeping them in a single layer helps them cook evenly and get that awesome crispy outside. Different air fryers heat up differently, so peek at your bites around the 4-minute mark to see how they’re doing. You’ll know they’re ready when the cheese is bubbly and the edges are lightly golden!
Quick Serving Ideas
These cute little pizza bites make such a fun snack! Set up a simple dipping station with ranch dressing or marinara sauce. If you’re feeding a crowd, pop them on a serving plate with some colorful toothpicks – it makes them easier to grab and adds a playful touch. And don’t forget to let them cool for a minute or two – nobody likes a burnt tongue!
Storage Tips
Got leftover Bagel Bites? Keep them in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 2 days. When you’re ready for round two, just pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes to crisp them up again. They won’t be quite as perfect as fresh-made, but they’ll still hit the spot! I don’t recommend freezing them after cooking – they’re best enjoyed fresh from the air fryer.
Air Fryer Bagel Bites
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 box frozen bagel bites
Instructions
- Decide how many bites you want to eat and remove those from the package. Place the bites in a single layer in the air fryer and air fry for 360F/182C for 5-6 minutes.
- Check on the pizza bagels during that 4th or 5th minute of cook time. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Check to see if your bites are done. If not continue cooking.
- Remove bites from the air fryer and enjoy! Be careful they are hot!
